Industry-Grade IoT Product Development and Entrepreneurship focuses on enabling students and innovators to design, develop, and commercialize smart products that meet real-world industry standards. The Internet of Things (IoT) has transformed modern industries by connecting devices, sensors, and systems to collect and exchange data for intelligent decision-making. This initiative aims to provide hands-on exposure to the complete lifecycle of IoT product development, from idea generation and problem identification to prototyping, testing, deployment, and commercialization.The program emphasizes practical learning in embedded systems, electronics, communication technologies, cloud platforms, and data analytics. Students learn to integrate sensors, microcontrollers, and communication modules such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and LoRa to build reliable and scalable IoT solutions. They are also introduced to essential industry practices, including system design, product validation, cybersecurity, quality control, and maintenance. Special focus is given to developing solutions for sectors such as smart cities, healthcare monitoring, agriculture automation, energy management, and industrial automation.In addition to technical competencies, the initiative fosters an entrepreneurial mindset by guiding participants in business planning, market analysis, cost estimation, intellectual property rights, and startup development. It encourages innovation, teamwork, and problem-solving skills while supporting collaboration with industries, incubation centers, and research organizations. Ultimately, Industry-Grade IoT Product Development and Entrepreneurship helps bridge the gap between academic knowledge and industrial requirements, promotes self-employment opportunities, and contributes to the growth of technology-driven enterprises and sustainable economic development.
The event on Industry-Grade IoT Product Development and Entrepreneurship focuses on providing participants with practical exposure to the development of real-world IoT products. It helps participants understand the difference between a prototype and a deployable industry-ready product by introducing key concepts such as system design, testing, reliability, and documentation.During the event, participants will engage in team-based activities that simulate real industry environments, enabling them to experience cross-functional collaboration and decision-making processes. The program emphasizes systems thinking across multiple IoT domains, including smart homes, healthcare, agriculture, and automation.
The event also provides insights into industry expectations and highlights startup opportunities by encouraging participants to identify practical problems and develop innovative solutions. Overall, the program aims to enhance technical skills, industry readiness, and entrepreneurial awareness among participants.
Highlights of Events
- A clear mental model of what separates a prototype from a deployable product
- Direct experience of cross-functional dynamics, where real friction and decisions happen
- Systems thinking across multiple IoT domains, not just their academic specialization
- An honest picture of what product companies expect, and how to get there
- Awareness of startup opportunities in the problems they have just worked through
AIM of the Event:
- To provide practical exposure to IoT product development by enabling participants to design and build industry-relevant smart devices and systems.
- To enhance technical skills in emerging technologies such as embedded systems, sensors, wireless communication, and cloud-based IoT platforms.
- To promote innovation and problem-solving abilities by encouraging participants to develop solutions for real-world challenges in areas like smart homes, healthcare, agriculture, and automation.
- To foster an entrepreneurial mindset among students by introducing them to product commercialization, startup development, and business planning concepts.
- To strengthen industry–academia collaboration by connecting participants with industry experts, mentors, and incubation centers for guidance and future opportunities.
Guest/Speakers of the Event (If any):
| Name | Designation | Affiliation |
|---|---|---|
| Deepak Koranga | Founder, Svachal Automation | Svachal Automation Pvt Ltd |
| Participating School | |
|---|---|
| School/Department Name | Year/Department |
| School of Engineering & Computing | (1st Year, 2nd Year, 3rd Year, 4th Year) |
Department:
- Department of Electronics and Communication
Is this Event Under IIC?
- No, It's not under IIC
Is the event in collaboration with another school/Department?
- No
Date, Time & Venue of the Event:
- 17-Apr-2026 to 17-Apr-2026
- 02:00 pm - 04:30 pm
- Seminar Hall - First Floor (Main Building)
Event Coordinator
- Dr. Pravesh Belwal
Contact Person:
- Dr Pravesh Belwal
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